Russia's first private rocket launch into space could take place in 2026. Space Energy also has corresponding plans. As the company's chief designer, Georgy Emelin, said, we are talking about the suborbital Kamchatka-1 ultralight rocket. His words were conveyed RIA Novosti
“The suborbital launch of the Kamchatka-1 rocket is planned for the third quarter of 2026. The main goal of the mission is to reach the Karman line,” Emelin said. The specific launch date is still unknown – according to the chief designer, it will depend on logistics and approval procedures.
It should be noted that it is possible to watch the rocket launch online. The missile is expected to be launched from the Kapustin Yar test range in the Astrakhan region.
Previously, it was known that the first launch of the Russian medium-sized reusable rocket Amur-LNG will take place after 2030.
